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2018112 minPGdocumentary

6.5/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Climate Migration

The Border Fence

2018112 minPGdocumentary

6.5/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Two years after the Austrian government announced plans for a border fence at the Brenner Pass, the structure remains rolled up in a container.

Climate Migration

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Nikolaus Geyrhalter

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Two years after the Austrian government announced plans for a border fence at the Brenner Pass, the structure remains rolled up in a container.

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Nikolaus Geyrhalter

Nikolaus Geyrhalterdirector

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At the Brenner Pass, local residents react to the Austrian government's announcement in spring 2016 about plans to build a border fence. Officials expect a shift in refugee routes to Italy after the Balkan route closes. Concerns rise among the community about the fence and the potential arrival of refugees. Two years later, the fence remains stored, as the anticipated influx does not occur. The film addresses the disconnect between government actions and local feelings regarding migration and border control in Europe.

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